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Community of Madrid Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Community of Madrid, Spain in January.

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Madrid Alcalá de Henares Chinchón Getafe

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What to Expect in Community of Madrid in January

Community of Madrid, Spain is a region in Spain. January in Community of Madrid generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 8°C (46°F) in Gargantilla del Lozoya to 12°C (54°F) in Pinto. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Pinto and 0°C (32°F) in Gargantilla del Lozoya. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Community of Madrid, Spain. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Community of Madrid, Spain, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Parla with an average of 41 mm (1.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Rascafría with 65 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Madrid gets approximately 150 hours of sunlight in January, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Community of Madrid by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Community of Madrid - and find the best time to visit. (based on Madrid)

January12°C (54°F) February14°C (57°F) March18°C (64°F) April20°C (68°F) May24°C (75°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August34°C (93°F) September29°C (84°F) October22°C (72°F) November15°C (59°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Community of Madrid in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Community of Madrid.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Community of Madrid

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Community of Madrid, Spain?

Temperature range in Community of Madrid (January)

Precipitation variation in Community of Madrid (January)

Madrid

In January Madrid generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
150 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
good
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Alcalá de Henares

In January Alcalá de Henares generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
150 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
good
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Chinchón

In January Chinchón generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
150 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
good
Climate in Chinchón →

Getafe

In January Getafe generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
150 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
good
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Torrejón de Ardoz

In January Torrejón de Ardoz generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
150 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
good
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In our records: Spain January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Spain in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Spain dropped to -12°C (10°F) in Madrid on January 12, 2021.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Spain was -3°C (27°F) in San Sebastián on January 8, 1985.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Community of Madrid in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Madrid 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Alcalá de Henares 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Chinchón 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Getafe 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Torrejón de Ardoz 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Las Rozas de Madrid 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)

Community of Madrid weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Community of Madrid, Spain in January?

January in Community of Madrid, Spain brings mixed weather. In Madrid, daytime temperatures are typically around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows hover near 2°C (36°F).

What is the average temperature in Community of Madrid, Spain in January?

In Madrid, the average daytime high in January is 12°C (54°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 2°C (36°F).

Does Community of Madrid, Spain get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Community of Madrid, Spain during January, with Madrid averaging close to 43 mm (1.7 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Community of Madrid, Spain?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Community of Madrid, Spain due to the typically mixed weather in Madrid.

Generally speaking, April, May, September and October provide excellent weather in Madrid. On the other hand, the weather in July and August tend to be less favorable.

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